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From complex weather systems to the great outdoors and how to conserve it, Planet Earth is the home we share with all living creatures.
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What Is Deep Ecology? Philosophy, Principles, Criticism
Deep ecology, a movement initiated by Norwegian philosopher Arne Næss in 1972, posits two main ideas. The first is that there must be a shift away from human-centered anthropocentrism to ecocentrism in which every living thing is seen as having inherent value regardless of its utility.
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Red Sea Oil Tanker Could Leave 10 Million Without Clean Water and Harm Ecosystems
A deteriorating oil tanker named The Safer is posing a big risk.
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Why Are Coral Reefs Dying? And What You Can Do to Help Save Them
Coral reefs are amazing underwater treasures, but more importantly, they're hugely critical for our environment and the health of our planet.
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10 Extinct Plants With a Fascinating History
Most plants have gone extinct through events beyond human control. But for the past two centuries, plants have been victims of habitat destruction. Here are 10 historic plants that have gone extinct—whether recently or long, long ago.
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Explore the Wide and Wonderful World of Epiphytes
Found in tropical and temperate regions of the world, epiphytes often live on other plants, grabbing nutrients from the air, rain or organic debris from their accommodating hosts. This peaceful co-existence (epiphytes aren't parasitic and do not harm their hosts) can also be extended to your home with some research on indoor-friendly options.
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10 Fantastic Facts About Yellowstone National Park
Learn more about this hydrothermal wonder of the world that attracts millions of visitors each year with these 10 fantastic facts about Yellowstone National Park.
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Marine Sanctuaries Celebrate 50th Anniversary With Colorful Posters
The hope is the art will inspire more people to visit and protect these sites.
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10 Largest and Most Biodiverse Forests on Earth
Forests cover about 31% of the global land area, though they are responsible for supporting a vast majority of the Earth’s plant and animal species—plenty of which are considered threatened or endangered.1 Half of the world’s forests are found in just five countries and many are fragmented and in grave danger due to deforestation and forest degradation.
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The World’s Loneliest Tree Holds Court on a New Zealand Island
The non-native Sitka spruce stands 120 miles from its closest companion.
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Jane Goodall Joins Global Effort to Plant 1 Trillion Trees by 2030
The 'Trees for Jane' campaign aims to reverse tree loss and restore ecosystems.
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There's So Much 'Green Snow' in the Antarctic, You Can See It From Space
Welcome to the green, green acres of Antarctica.
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Earth's Seismic Activity Was Reduced by 50% During Lockdown
The "anthropause" allowed scientists to collect new data on seismic activity.
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Treehugger Planet Earth
From complex weather systems to the great outdoors and how to conserve it, Planet Earth is the home we share with all living creatures.